HOLYOKE- The Valley Educational Associates, Inc.'s third annual 5k Cider Run drew a crowd to Ashley Reservoir on Saturday morning.

Registration began at 10 a.m., followed by the Kids Fun Run, which was a straight dash to the finish line. Then at 11 a.m., the official timed 5K run and 2-mile walk kicked off.

The brisk New England morning seemed like the perfect backdrop for the participants to get prepared, with many seen stretching during the registration hour. As many people prepared to sprint towards the finish line, Apple mascots waved in more incoming cars that were arriving to watch the Cider Run event.

Apple Cider Donuts were inside the holding area as a treat for the runners, along with Apple Cider Juice. After the race, runners were presented with complimentary lunch in which was provided by Hamel's Catering with entertainment courtesy of Johnny & The Flashbacks.

Valley Educational Associates, Inc. is a not-for-profit agency which aims to provide vocational training and employment services to adults with disabilities. For more information, visit the official website here.